Durban unrest: Violent protests continue amid army deployment calls
The protesters reportedly accused the foreign nationals of possessing firearms.
Protests in Durban turned violent on Friday, with foreign nationals allegedly attacked for possessing firearms, according to demonstrators. Police arrived to rescue one individual from the situation. The protests continued across the city's Central Business District. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli has called for the army's deployment to restore order, citing the need to prevent further destruction and maintain job creation.
Ntuli expressed his concern over the impact of continuous protests on foreign investment and job creation, warning that the province's reputation could suffer. He has already spoken with the police minister regarding the deployment of the army and is coordinating further assistance. Ntuli has also urged residents of KwaZulu-Natal to prevent further looting and destruction during a conference scheduled for the 15th.
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